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Dog Behavior

Training a dog? We’ve got expert tips for the wackiest of behaviors.

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How to Ease Your Puppy’s Separation Anxiety

It’s not easy for either of you—but this can help.

basic obedience & training

Learn from the experts and train your pet on basic obedience: potty training, crate training, even litter box training. Plus, how to find a professional trainer.

Woman training her small fluffy white dog

In dog training, taking things one step at a time can make a world of difference.

Man walking his Dalmatian dog outside.

Not everything you're told about taking care of dogs is true.

Woman training her puppy to sit outside.

It’s a process.

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behavioral issues

Dog barking? Cat scratching? Our experts have tips to help all sorts of behavior and aggression issues so your pet can earn that “good boy!” (or girl).

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Is your dog getting the necessary 10 to 12 hours a day?


Sad black dog staring outside a window at home.

It’s not easy for either of you—but this can help.

Sad dog waiting by window at home.

Remember, it’s not your fault, no matter what anyone says.

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New Dog Training Programs

Try these free training programs from our friends at Dogo to help with new dog life and basic obedience.

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behavior & body language

Tail wagging? Ear pinning? It all means something. We’ll show you how to understand your pet (and communicate with them) with guides to decode the weirdest body language and behavior.

Cute dog laying on its back on the couch.

Other than looking so stinkin’ cute.

Cute dog standing outside, looking alert.

And what you can do about it.

Cute dog ripping apart a stuffed toy at home.

And it always seems to be the ones we painstakingly pick out for them.

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anxiety & separation anxiety

Learn how to deal with separation anxiety (and other forms of pet anxiety) so they keep calm when you’re not together.

Cute small dog looking out window and missing his parents.

We know you miss them.

Woman looking into her dog's eyes outside.

Your guide to understanding PTSD in pets—including how to help them heal.

Muscular white pit bull stands on couch, looking out window to sunny fall day.

Does your dog freak out when you head for the door? Here’s some advice.

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